The Campaign For DA

4.01.2011

Traffic deaths hit a 61 year low. I don't care if there are safer cars, with all the millions of people driving out there and acting like a fool, how is that possible?

With a house full of females, I don't even start getting cleaned up to go out until I hear one of them say, "We're almost ready!" And I still beat them out the door.

Does any company advertise more that Geico?

It's April 1st, the Red Sox are in town, and I just saw a live shot of a blanket of snow in Boston.

Please tell me that the "Claw and Antlers" thing isn't coming back this year.

The Lakers blew out the Mavericks last night (110-82) so I did a double-take when I saw the USA Todayheadline of "Lakers Beat Mavericks, But Not Without A Fight." But then I read where five players were kicked out for shoving.

Man, I keep hearing rumors of a Wise County cop being dismissed after some improper conduct in a parking lot. (Don't give names or agency, but has anyone heard anything?) Edit: There sure are a lot of people who believe it to be true. Sorry I can't post most of the comments because, although it is probably true, I haven't verified it.

My questioning of why there wasn't inflation when the federal government flooded the economy with bailout cash a couple of years back? Well, get ready. The CEO of Walmart says serious price increases are coming, and the Fed talks about raising interest rates to combat inflation.

Obama re-election boost: Unemployment numbers released this morning show the rate has dropped to a two year low of 8.8% with 216,000 jobs added.

The weeping willow tree we planted is still alive although I've seen healthier leaves in my life.

I watched "Mobbed" last night where a flash mob of 1,000 surprise a healthy chick who then gets proposed to and married on the spot. (Family and friends were brought in.) She acted happy, but it was borderline emotionally cruel. (And they slapped a wedding dress over the outfit she was wearing which seemed demeaning.)

But then again, Howie Mandel is the host which might have sucked the entertainment value out of it for me.

Saw on the felony docket in Wise County for Monday that there was a Motion To Modify the probation of Betty Monroe, the lady who was convicted of Intoxication Assault of Jackie Murphree. I'm not sure what that is about but I'll find out.

I just realized that Betty Monroe was also the name of one of the victims of Wise County's most famous killer, Ricky Lee Green.

The "Albany Seven" who won the big lottery this week includes a 29 year old girl that could easily become a "Hey, Now" once you realize she's netting $19 million.

For those griping about Obama not getting the "approval" of Congress before the attack of Libya, the Constitution has no such requirement. It allows for Congress to only "declare" war -- something that wasn't done even for the invasion of Iraq.

Those unemployment numbers don't mean squat (as I said last month) because the real number is still around 20 percent (the number of people unemployed who are no longer on the official unemployment rolls and gave up looking).

the COP RUMOR is not a RUMOR it is TRUE and It seems that the story that the agency is telling is NOT the truth. The truth has come out and it is a shame! A shame that he had to QUIT as he embarassed the department and a SHAME that the head of the agency told all the troops to keep i quite and instructed them to tell a differenct story. We have been told three different stories on what took plave. One by the person that resigned, one by a citizen, and another by the head of the agency. Coverups will get you

Obama election un-boost, from the rest of the story per BG's link: "A big factor in the lower unemployment rate is that many people who stopped looking for jobs during the recession still haven’t started looking for one. So they’re not counted as unemployed."

Feeble attempt at misdirection by referencing "declaration" of war, counselor. CNN headline, October 11, 2002: "Senate approves Iraq war resolution". Within the story: "Hours earlier, the House approved an identical resolution, 296-133."

Here's a line from a New York Times story on Obama and Libya: "Four House Democrats...issued a joint statement on the matter. “The decision for the United States to engage militarily in Libya is one that should have been debated and approved by Congress.” Obama's on his own on this one. There's no blaming Bush now.

Regarding the decline in traffic deaths, those new barriers in the medians of interstate highways are making a big difference. In 2004, my uncle died when another car crossed the median and hit him head on. Two people in the other car were killed, also. If that had happened today, no one would have died.

Who really gives a damn what John McCain thinks? I sure as hell don't. Barry, I am pretty sure that most conservatives don't have a problem with Obama sending troops to Libya w/out Congress approval. In my opinion, the War Powers Act is unconstitutional itself

1026 - My wish was simply for Obama to finally take the responsibility for his own actions. He's been President for two years, ferpeetsake. As for your statement, you'll need to define what you mean:

- What "success" are you talking about? Libya? The mission is ill-defined, so please explain "success."- "...which you know you want..." Um, what is it that I want?- "...are too chicken shit to say..." Could be, if I knew what you were talking about.

Overall, your post was poorly-worded and vague, a terrible attempt at an insult. Rework it and get back to me.

Let me get this straight... It's ok to post things about others that are "accused", but when it comes to the police being involved in an alleged incident, it has to be VERIFIED!?!?!? WTH, Skipper?!?!?!

I think the reduction in auto fatalities is directly due to the Wise County Constable we have on duty on hwy 380, I know I feel much safer knowing that he is out there protecting us instead of serving warrants.

Anonymous posters, exhibiting troll-like behavior, often post outrageous things just to cause a commotion. All such statements "prove" is that internet accessibility is more ubiquitous than it needs to be.

The Journolist story that some people heard of a while back reveals a lot about the tactics of the Left. Liberal journalists conspired to protect Obama during the Presidential campaign. When dealing with stories about Jeremiah Wright, Spencer Ackerman of the Washington Independent wrote, "Pick a conservative critic -- Fred Barnes, Karl Rove, who cares -— and call them racists." As even Jon Stewart admits, The race card is maxed out. ("Void during a black presidency.")

The present news media did not learn anything from their relentless assault on the Shah of Iran back in 1978. He was our friend. Look what we got in exchange. Threat of nukes? And are the people of Iran free now. One more time in Lybya. You folks who think that all ethnic groups can form and live in a democracy need to sit back, watch and learn.

I'm pretty sure they are labeled traffic deaths anymore when you are in bumper to bumper traffic all over the freaking place...it is now road rage, you know, duking it out with crowbars and bats on the side of the road.

Has anyone actually seen Todd Carruth today? My guess from the way that claw is drawing up is that in the next few frames we would have seen her bloody, serrated tongue protuding out of his left ear. (Ever see Species?)

I believe the Tea Party will kill the repulican party. Many at my work place that voted those crazies in are now in shock at what they are doing in our state to education and health services. I just look at them and say so what did you think was gonna happen when they had control? One huge Perry supporter thinks he should be in jail. Yes, it's a little different outcome since they control the state!

I just want to thank everyone for their concern. I'm okay. It was just a slight scratch on the neck. And part of the back. j/k - Fiona is actually holding her phone which is why she is making the "claw" sign at the same time. PS: Go Rangers!

You can't take anything out of context and use it to try to pull yourself out of the hole you've dug for yourself.

We've said Tea Partiers were racist, and provided several examples. You said they weren't, citing one guy who was kicked out. And then, as some sort of Plan B, claim that because Jon Stewart said a race card can't be used, that means that Tea Partiers aren't really racist.

I'd say that it's you that doesn't get it, but I know you do. You're just still being intentionally dishonest in an attempt to not look foolish.

Here is a representative sampling of what those Tea Party "nuts" believe in.

As for the Tea Party movement destroying the Republican party, I certainly hope it will discombobulate those Republicans who believe in governing as Democrats-lite. The Tea Partiers are the strongest force (at the moment) opposing runaway government spending. Politicians are perfectly happy to continue bribing voters with their own money. The problem is that now they're bribing voters with our grandchildren's money. Which Democrats oppose that?

As always, it's nice to take an opportunity to remind folks of history.

Apparently forced by Bill Clinton (if you believe in Liberal tall tales,) in 1994 Republican candidates for Congress unveil the Contract with America. One facet of the document? The Fiscal Responsibility Act, which would require a balanced budget. Way to go, Newt Gingrich!

- Who stayed away from the polls when they became disenchanted with the Republican Congress acting like Democrats? Conservatives.- Who came roaring back in 2010 when they realized the extent to which a Democrat Congress can make a bad situation worse? Conservatives.- Who are the Democrats loudly insisting on reductions in government spending? (um,......)

Incidentally, I wrote of my disenchantment with the Republican Congress in both 2006 and 2008. RINOs irritate me.

6:27 Not everyone in the world agrees with you. S*it happens. Those who you seem to have hatred for are victims also. To judge others harshly and hold onto that hatred is not productive and certainly not what God would desire. Everyone makes mistakes. You should thank God you haven't been on the other end of that sort of accident instead of casting stones. We don't all share your sentiments and I wanted you to know that.

Clinton "forced" a balanced budget by signing what the Republican Congress put in front of him, after resisting for several years. Did Clinton do anything except bow to Republican pressure? Not according to the historical record. It's always more difficult for Liberals to revise history to their satisfaction when there's written documentation, but it doesn't stop them from trying.

5:01, Sh*t doesn't have to happen if people drive responsibly! A young woman's life was ruined, her family's life was ruined and you want to make excuses? Evidently you are also a drink and drive offender. So of course you will take up for the DRUNK who damn near killed (even worse) an innocent young girl. So here's some news for you..... You are very much in the minority and most folks would love to see the drunk driver put away. "Casting stones" has been done by law enforcement and if one is GUILTY then one must reap the consequences. How dare you make excuses for the drunk who took such an innocent life! That makes you SCUM! I guess you are one of these "forgive and forget" perps...right? Well so happens judgement comes much later and for now folks here don't forget what our friends have to deal with because of your friend, the drunk. Say what you want but your friend basically killed Jackie.

Wordkyle, Clinton forced the Republicans to do what he wanted by calling their bluff and closing the federal government down. Even your idol Newt Gingrich admits to that, and it was widely discussed in this last set of budget talks because people were wondering if Obama woud do the same thing.

You've gone beyond spin now, and are just outright lying. Maybe you can get away with that in your Tea Party circle-jerks, but I'll keep rubbing your nose in it as long as youkeep coming back for more.